Thursday, August 2, 2012 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
New York State Health Foundation
1385 Broadway, New York, NY 10018
You want to offer your family a wonderful, healthy life, but as an immigrant in the United States, navigating the healthcare system can often be confusing and scary.
Join us for a panel discussion and release of our new guide, “Protecting the Health of Our Children & Families” to learn about the rights and resources for immigrant children, parents, and families in NYC’s healthcare system and the impact of the Affordable Care Act on Asian Pacific Americans.
Guest Speakers
Paulo Pontemayor
Policy Analyst
Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum
Jackie Vimo
Director of Advocacy
New York Immigration Coalition
Jennifer Swayne
Staff Attorney, Health Justice
New York Lawyers for the Public Interest
This workshop is open to parents, guardians, service providers, and anyone interested in learning more about health resources for the APA community.